Thanks to Chris Ambrose and friends for making this video of their Royal Gorge rafting trip with American Adventure Expeditions!

“We had a great time rafting with Curtis on July 22nd, and decided to make
a short video of the experience.  Below is the YouTube link…  hope you
enjoy our video as much as we enjoyed the adventure!”

- Christopher J. Ambrose

We are happy to bring you a guest blog from our friends at The Road Less Traveled- offering exciting outdoor activities for youths! To learn more, visit http://theroadlesstraveled.com/.

Taking The Road Less Traveled is the adrenaline rush you get from running a class III rapid in a canyon so deep you can’t see the tops of the rock walls; the rainbow scintillating through the spray of a waterfall we just happened to stumble upon; the shadow a mountain casts on the world below at sunrise. It is shouting out your order for a kilo of tomatoes in a noisy street market in Sevilla or being invited into a monk’s quarters for tea in a small Northern Indian monastery. It’s paddling a boat filled with sand and small rocks to make cement on a remote beach in the San Blas Islands. The Road Less Traveled is removing ourselves from the familiar spaces we know too well, and venturing into places that inspire us not only to explore our surroundings, but also ourselves.

1. Our Service Learning summer programs for teens offer 80 hours of service work, language immersion and adventure activities.




2. Our Adventure Expeditions summer programs offer rock-climbing, backpacking, ice and snow mountaineering, whitewater rafting, kayaking, desert hiking and trekking.




3. Our Language Summer Programs offer 36-75 hours of formal language instruction, language immersion, adventure and cultural activities.




4. Global Perspectives summer programs are for 6-8 grade students and offer cultural immersion and adventure activities. Program length varies from 2-6 weeks and are designed especially for middle school students.

At The Road Less Traveled our goal since our founding has been to support young people to get outside, seek adventure, experience challenge, make new friends, build community and understand the world and its people in a different way. We know the most important gift we could give the developing minds and hearts of young people is a deeper sense and understanding of the world — first hand — one that was not conveyed through media, Facebook, or Youtube clips. One formed for themselves – outside themselves. Our vision is simple, to help them see and believe in themselves and their individual and collective abilities to impact and shape our world and the future of the 21st century.

Looking to go rafting in Buena Vista? You’ve come to right right place! American Adventure Expeditions is happy to be your white water rafting guide and we want to show you what Colorado is all about! Buena Vista rafting is home to some of the most popular river runs around. For those looking for a fast-paced, non-stop thrill ride, The Numbers Rafting is the run you have been looking for.  For those seeking a more beginner/intermediate ride that has both beauty and excitement, we highly recommend taking a trip down  Brown’s Canyon.  Both trips both depart from our office located just two miles south of Buena Vista.

As a professional outfitter, we want to bring you Colorado rafting at it’s best. Find the river run that was meant for you, book your trip, and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime.  American Adventure Expeditions is here to show you what Buena Vista rafting is all about!

Canon City rafting entails some of Colorado’s best white water adventures and we are happy to be your guide! American Adventure Expeditions has an outpost located in Canon City, Colorado and we want to show you what this wonderful town has to offer!  Choose to raft down the Bighorn Sheep Canyon and get an incredible mix of fun wildlife, or choose the more advanced route and experience the steep drops and rapids of The Royal Gorge.

No matter which route you decide to partake in, Canon City Rafting is one of the best places to experience Colorado’s white waters.  Book a trip today and get ready for the thrill of a lifetime.

The Numbers Rafting is one of Colorado’s most popular advanced river runs- and for good reason.  This exciting route may not be ideal for beginners, but for the more experienced person looking for a thrill, The Numbers has it all. From it’s twists and turns, to the steep drops, this Colorado rafting ride was built for the thrill seeker.

American Adventure Expeditions known The Numbers Rafting route and wants to take you on this exciting rafting run- just be prepared for a wild ride! To learn more about the run of to book your trip, click here.

Ready for a whitewater adventure that’s fit for the family and has everything you want? Brown’s canyon rafting is the ride for you! Brown’s Canyon is known for it’s wonderful mixture of exciting rapids and calmer stretches of water that allow you to take in the beautiful surroundings.  This exceptional balance has made this rafting trip famous.

To learn more about this wonderful outing and to find out how to book your trip, click here.

Are you looking for a rafting adventure that has it all and fun for the whole family? We’ve got just the trip.  Bighorn Sheep Canyon along the Arkansas River has everything you’re looking for.  This beautiful canyon got it’s name from the Bighorn Sheep that can be spotted throughout the area. Although these sightings are decreasing as the years go by, your chances of seeing these beautiful creatures are high- especially with the help of our experienced tour guides.

To learn more about this Bighorn Sheep adventure along the Arkansas River, or to find out how to book your trip, click here.

Want to go on a Colorado white water rafting trip but aren’t sure which river run suits you?  Learn a little more about rapid ratings:

Rapids are rated on a scale from Class I through Class VI.

• Class I: No substantial obstacles / waves.

• Class II: Entails regular waves, clear passages and relatively wide channels.

• Class III: Be aware of irregular wave patterns / narrow channels. Maneuvering may be required in order to avoid obstacles.

• Class IV: Intense, yet more predictable rapids requiring precise maneuvering. Entails some unavoidable waves and tight passages.

• Class V: Extensive and / or violent rapids involving large drops, unavoidable waves, and narrow channels. Precise maneuvering required.

• Class VI: Virtually non-navigable, or navigable only at favorable river water levels.

Still want more information to help you decide upon which trip is best for you? No problem- all of our Colorado rafting trips are rated from Beginner to Intermediate to Advanced and include some specific information on what to expect on each run. We want you to have the best  Arkansas River rafting experience, so let us help you find the best rafting run for your needs.

Colorado whitewater rafting trip outfitters can be found all over, so why should you pick us over someone else? Easy.

1. We’ve been hosting Colorado rafting adventures for over 20 years. What does this mean? Our vast experience with these waters allows us to better guide you in order to make your trip that much better.

2. American Adventure Expeditions goes the extra mile to make you feel welcome, wanted, and comfortable. Our staff members can answer all of your questions and address any concerns.

3. We believe one size does not fit all! Colorado whitewater rafting trips differ, and you need options in finding the trip that’s best for you. This is why we offer rafting trips of all levels- from beginner, to intermediate, to advanced.

4. Booking a trip is easy! Don’t get frustrated or overwhelmed- Colorado rafting is meant to be fun! This is why we give you the option of booking online. Find it, book it, and you’re good to go.

5. Our team consists of highly trained, dedicated, and skilled rafting experts- all having spent countless hours going above and beyond the basic industry requirements. We strive to make your trip the best one possible- each and every time.

When you are ready for an Arkansas River rafting trip of a lifetime, there is no need to pick anyone but the best. American Adventure Expeditions strives to stand above the rest so you can have the adventure of a lifetime.

Want to see what American Adventure Expeditions is all about? Take a look at our new video!  Get a glance of our facilities, equipment, surrounding scenic views, and more.  Colorado rafting has never been better!